Chamber: Become part of our local team at fun events

Published: Sunday, October 21, 2012 at 10:23 a.m.

Last Modified: Sunday, October 21, 2012 at 10:23 a.m.

Any good coach will tell you that teams that spend time together in practice will execute when it is crunch time in a game.

The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce is giving you plenty of opportunities to play with your teammates, neighbors, business associates and friends during the week of Oct. 29 through Nov. 4.

Your Henderson County Chamber of Commerce, the staff, volunteers and members work hard throughout the year to advocate for our business community and work on building a better Henderson County. Life is too short not to have some fun every now and then, so come join us for some fun!

The 14th annual Chamber Golf Classic, which was originally scheduled for Oct. 1 has been rescheduled for Oct. 29 due to rain. Come play at one of the premier private courses in Western North Carolina — Kenmure Country Club — while supporting programs that are critical to the businesses and individuals of Henderson County.

The tournament also provides an excellent networking opportunity where Chamber members are able to meet and interact with clients and be introduced to prospects in a relaxed, informal environment. The tournament proceeds support activities such as the New Teachers Dinner, N.C. Scholars Luncheon and Junior Leadership program. Call the Chamber if you are interested in playing as an individual or you have a team of four ready to tee up.

This is the 13th year for the Chamber’s annual bowling tournament, and it is a great time for all participants.

Teams of five will bowl two games. Bowlers will enjoy delicious food provided by Hot Dog World. There is a 50/50 raffle, “buy a strike” for $5, and a best team uniform contest. Trophies are awarded to the first-, second- and third-place teams, along with the best bowlers.

Registration forms can be downloaded from the Chamber’s website, www. hendersoncountychamber. org. Bowling acumen is optional! If you enjoy jogging, running, then join the Chamber and the Henderson County Soccer Association at 2 p.m. Nov. 4 for the Zombie Escape at Camp Ton-A-Wandah.

Runners beware ... this first-year event is not your average run! Runners will be given a flag belt with three health flags attached.

As they run the course, zombie participants try to collect runners’ health flags. In order to finish the race as a “survivor,” runners must cross the finish with at least one health flag remaining.

There will be safe zones set up along the route where runners will have access to water without the threat of a zombie attack. The event will wrap up at the gymnasium at Camp Ton-AWandah with the Apocalypse Party, where participants can celebrate their survival or new zombie transformation with food, beverages and music. Beverages will be provided by Asheville Brewing Co., Oskar Blues and Walmart.

Online registration for the Zombie Escape is now open. Visit the Chamber website for the link. There are three levels of participation for this event. Runner/ escapee registration is $50, which includes event participation, entry into the Apocalypse Party, finisher’s prize and longsleeve event shirt. Zombie registration is $35 and includes zombie transformation, entry into the Apocalypse Party and long-sleeve event shirt.

Individuals can also register to attend the Apocalypse Party for $20. Come out and enjoy the fun!

Bring your camera and leave your formal attire at the house because the after-party will have some interesting looking characters!

<p>Any good coach will tell you that teams that spend time together in practice will execute when it is crunch time in a game.</p><p>The Henderson County Chamber of Commerce is giving you plenty of opportunities to play with your teammates, neighbors, business associates and friends during the week of Oct. 29 through Nov. 4.</p><p>Your Henderson County Chamber of Commerce, the staff, volunteers and members work hard throughout the year to advocate for our business community and work on building a better Henderson County. Life is too short not to have some fun every now and then, so come join us for some fun!</p><p>The 14th annual Chamber Golf Classic, which was originally scheduled for Oct. 1 has been rescheduled for Oct. 29 due to rain. Come play at one of the premier private courses in Western North Carolina — Kenmure Country Club — while supporting programs that are critical to the businesses and individuals of Henderson County.</p><p>The tournament also provides an excellent networking opportunity where Chamber members are able to meet and interact with clients and be introduced to prospects in a relaxed, informal environment. The tournament proceeds support activities such as the New Teachers Dinner, N.C. Scholars Luncheon and Junior Leadership program. Call the Chamber if you are interested in playing as an individual or you have a team of four ready to tee up.</p><p>If golf isn't your game, then join us Nov. 1 for the Morris Broadband/ Times-News Gutter Ball Classic at Tarheel Lanes.</p><p>This is the 13th year for the Chamber's annual bowling tournament, and it is a great time for all participants.</p><p>Teams of five will bowl two games. Bowlers will enjoy delicious food provided by Hot Dog World. There is a 50/50 raffle, “buy a strike” for $5, and a best team uniform contest. Trophies are awarded to the first-, second- and third-place teams, along with the best bowlers.</p><p>Registration forms can be downloaded from the Chamber's website, www. hendersoncountychamber. org. Bowling acumen is optional! If you enjoy jogging, running, then join the Chamber and the Henderson County Soccer Association at 2 p.m. Nov. 4 for the Zombie Escape at Camp Ton-A-Wandah.</p><p>Runners beware ... this first-year event is not your average run! Runners will be given a flag belt with three health flags attached.</p><p>As they run the course, zombie participants try to collect runners' health flags. In order to finish the race as a “survivor,” runners must cross the finish with at least one health flag remaining.</p><p>There will be safe zones set up along the route where runners will have access to water without the threat of a zombie attack. The event will wrap up at the gymnasium at Camp Ton-AWandah with the Apocalypse Party, where participants can celebrate their survival or new zombie transformation with food, beverages and music. Beverages will be provided by Asheville Brewing Co., Oskar Blues and Walmart.</p><p>Online registration for the Zombie Escape is now open. Visit the Chamber website for the link. There are three levels of participation for this event. Runner/ escapee registration is $50, which includes event participation, entry into the Apocalypse Party, finisher's prize and longsleeve event shirt. Zombie registration is $35 and includes zombie transformation, entry into the Apocalypse Party and long-sleeve event shirt.</p><p>Individuals can also register to attend the Apocalypse Party for $20. Come out and enjoy the fun!</p><p>Bring your camera and leave your formal attire at the house because the after-party will have some interesting looking characters!</p>